Nethertonians are no strangers to climate change. Just below the school Mr Barron’s fields are frequently flooded. Here is the class of 2014 in early January examining the receding waters.

Studying the natural cycle of the seasons and weather patterns comes easily at Netherton, as being a rural school, the impact of the natural environment is keenly felt.

As we move towards summer, we are gauging the temperature, watching for new signs of life and observing and talking about changes. Is it global warming or is it just natural cycles? Ask us and we can give you an opinion.